NBA Free Agency 2020: 5 best destinations for Serge Ibaka ahead of the 2020-21 season

Toronto Raptors vs Chicago Bulls
Toronto Raptors vs Chicago Bulls

#3 Boston Celtics

Boston Celtics
Boston Celtics

The Boston Celtics were absolutely fabulous during the 2020 NBA Playoffs, going all the way to the Eastern Conference Finals, where they were stopped by the Miami Heat. However, if they are to continue their success next season, the team needs to plug a key hole in its roster: that of a championship-caliber center.

Serge Ibaka could be that player for the Celtics. His overall offensive ability could make him a very reliable third or fourth option for the team, while his elite rim protection prowess would also bolster the team's defense massively.

If the Boston Celtics are able to acquire the 31-year-old during the NBA Free Agency 2020, they could well go all the way next season.

#2 Golden State Warriors

Golden State Warriors
Golden State Warriors

With the return of Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson, the Golden State Warriors could be a contender to win it all next season.

However, the team still needs a starting-caliber center as well as a reliable third option in order to truly have a chance to go all the way. Enter Serge Ibaka.

Serge Ibaka's elite rim-protection prowess, which was always elite to begin with, have improved further in recent times, which makes him an enticing option for the Golden State Warriors as they eye a return to the NBA Finals.

Ibaka has donned the role of a spot-up shooter a lot in the recent past. The 31-year-old can also be a versatile scorer when needed, something that could make him a very reliable second-option for the team in the upcoming NBA season.

With the franchise eyeing another championship run next season, a move to the Golden State Warriors could be an excellent one for Serge Ibaka this off-season.


#1 LA Lakers

LA Lakers
LA Lakers

Despite winning the 2019-20 NBA championship, the LA Lakers are a little too light in terms of its roster depth. With trade rumors suggesting that JaVale McGee and Dwight Howard could leave the franchise in the 2020 NBA free agency, the Lakers could be in dire need of a big man.

In this regard, Serge Ibaka could be their savior. Not only does he have all the attributes of a big man that the team needs in offense, he is also an excellent shooter and can space the floor well. Additionally, Ibaka could help the LA Lakers' outside defense too, as he has improved incredibly as a wing defender and is now capable of guarding all five positions.

With the 2020-21 NBA season likely to provide the LA Lakers a very stern test of their title credentials, the franchise would be best served by acquiring the services of Serge Ibaka this off-season.


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